Board Expression of Interest

Board Expression of Interest

Thank you for your interest in joining the Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association’s Board of Directors (VTRA BOD). We welcome your interest in our charity’s work and your desire to become involved. VTRA’s BOD functions under a governance model, providing strategic direction and financial oversight of the society. The BOD is also responsible for the hiring and supervision of the Executive Director and for approving the charity’s annual budget. Directors have a range of experience and backgrounds, including: finance, legal, business management, risk management, governance, fundraising, public relations, IT, and more. Each Board term is for a 2-year period (multiple terms may be served), commencing with election to the VTRA BOD Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Applicant Information
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I hereby apply to serve as a member of the volunteer Board of Directors of Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association. I confirm that the information contained in this application is complete and accurate; and to the best of my knowledge, I have no conflict of interest that would hinder my ability to serve the organization.
Employment History
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Skills / Expertise
Please mark the skills and expertise you will bring to us that will strengthen our board and enhance the ability of our organization to deliver on its mission.
Attributes
A board is more than a collection of individuals. It is an entity that governs, approves strategy and engages in robust discussion and debate on relevant issues. It must act as a single entity. As such, the personality traits you bring to the board will help us to ensure that we have a diversity of personality styles and traits that, when added to our current board members, will enhance the ability of the board members to work together as a governing body.
Time
Board service is a true commitment of time and energy. We estimate that board service could be a commitment of six to ten hours each month. In addition, we ask for attendance at special events such as Deck the Stalls (end November), AGM (December), Annual Horse Show (June) where you will meet our participants their families, Sponsors and Donors.
Fundraising
Among other responsibilities, Board members play a key role in raising funds for our organization. As a non-profit we rely on donations and fundraising for the everyday running of the programs and care of the herd. Looking to the future we are focused on the growth and stability of the organization. We require Directors to be an integral part of this initiative.
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Board Expression of Interest

Applicant Information

Employment History

Education

Experience within Non-Profit Organizations

Skills / Expertise

Attributes

Time

Fundraising

References